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Path to the Centenary (2): The Mission of Opus Dei in the Mind and Preaching of Saint Josemaría

This second article in the series preparing for the centenary tries to deepen our understanding of the purpose and mission of Opus Dei, based on the personal reflections and teachings of its founder.

“Show that you are a mother”

In May of 1970, St. Josemaría announced his desire to cross the Atlantic to prostrate himself at the feet of Our Lady of Guadalupe, whose feast we celebrate on 12 December.

Catechesis on the Holy Spirit

A collection of Pope Francis’ audiences on how the Holy Spirit guides the Church (2024), downloadable as a free eBook.

Meditations: Wednesday of the Second Week of Advent

Some reflections that can enrich our prayer during this season of Advent.

Meditations: Tuesday of the Second Week of Advent

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during this season of Advent.

"In Loreto I am especially indebted to Our Lady"

10 December is the feast of Our Lady of Loreto, established by Pope Francis. Saint Josemaría considered himself especially indebted to Our Lady of Loreto for a very serious need that he placed under Our Lady's mantle on 15 August 1951.

Meditations: Immaculate Conception of Mary

Some reflections that can assist our prayer on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception.

Meditations: Monday of the Second Week of Advent

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during this time of Advent.

Meditations: Sunday of the Second Week of Advent (Year C)

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during the second week of Advent. The topics are: our hope is rooted in the fact that God entered history; looking at our past with hope; anchoring ourselves in Jesus opens us to the future.

At Notre-Dame: “I truly felt I was working for God”

As Notre-Dame de Paris reopens its doors this Sunday, 8 December, Antonin, a master stonemason, reflects on the profound experience of contributing to the restoration of this iconic cathedral.